I tried Drunk Elephants first foundation, and my luxury one is officially benched

I’ve long been a fan of Drunk Elephant’s skincare products.From the brand’s eye cream to jelly cleanser, all have held a place of pride on my skincare shelf.That’s why I was excited when the brand entered the makeup category, releasing its first-ever complexion product.The Kamo Triple-Peptide Cover Drops, which blend makeup with skincare, provide a full-coverage formula that works on every skin type.The brand has had a significant rebrand lately, including an Instagram overhaul with more toned-down colors coating the feed.The brand’s intention is to appeal to an older demographic and make it clear to shoppers that they’re not a brand just for tweens. This specific launch is aimed at women who don’t wear makeup regularly.  “This product is perfect for someone like me, who never wore foundation,” says Drunk Elephant founder Tiffany Masterson.

“I’m 57 now, and my skin is not the same as it was in my 40s.I mix this with my drops and it’s a perfect amount of coverage that covers what I need but still looks like skin.”Many shoppers have taken to  Reddit to share just how much they love this foundation, with many saying it blends well and that a little goes a long way. “Got two shades of the DE and can’t decide which I like more,” says one Redditor.

“ I don’t have oily skin but my car’s air conditioner quit working when it was 92 [degrees] and it stayed on for a two-hour car ride in bright sunlight and heat!”Of course, I had to get my hands on a bottle for a test.After getting my hands on the foundation last month, I’ve ditched the luxury foundation that I’ve been wearing for two years.Here’s why:The best part about Drunk Elephant’s complexion formula is that it’s buildable.

But unlike a lot of brands that claim buildable coverage, this one delivers.I could use it by itself and, depending on whether I wanted more of a natural or blended full coverage, mix it in with the brand’s Protini Polypeptide Firming Refilla...